Co-Cathedral of Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus (Honolulu, Hawaii) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Co-Cathedral of Saint Theresaof the Child Jesus |
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 Location in Hawaii
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| 21°19′27″N 157°51′40″W / 21.3243°N 157.8611°W | |
| Location | 712 N. School St. Honolulu, Hawaii |
| Country | United States |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic Church |
| History | |
| Founded | 1931 |
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| Style | Modern |
| Completed | 1963 |
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| Number of spires | One |
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| Diocese | Honolulu |
The Co-Cathedral of Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus is a special church located in Honolulu, Hawaii. It serves as a co-cathedral for the Roman Catholic Church in the Diocese of Honolulu. A co-cathedral is like a second main church for a diocese, used alongside the primary Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace. This church is named after Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus.
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About the Co-Cathedral
This church is an important place for Catholics in Hawaii. It is located just outside downtown Honolulu. It helps serve the large Catholic community in the area.
How It Started
The church's story began in 1931. A priest named Msgr. Stephen Alencastre started the original church parish. The first church building was finished very quickly, in September 1932.
Over time, more and more people became Catholic in the community. By 1956, the church's wooden building was getting old. So, the pastor, Msgr. Benedict Vierra, started raising money. He wanted to build a new, stronger church. His hard work paid off, and the new church was finished. It was officially opened on August 15, 1963.
Becoming a Co-Cathedral
The main church for the diocese, the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, became too small. More people were joining the church, and a bigger space was needed for special services. In 1984, Bishop Joseph Ferrario asked Pope John Paul II for permission. He wanted Saint Theresa Church to become a co-cathedral because it was much larger.
The Pope agreed, and a special order was given. On July 28, 1985, Saint Theresa Catholic Church officially became a co-cathedral. The inside of the church was changed to fit its new role. A second special chair for the bishop, called a cathedra, was added.
What Happens There Today
The Co-Cathedral of Saint Theresa of the Child Jesus is often used for important church events. One of the most important is the annual Mass of the Chrism. During this special mass, the bishop blesses holy oils. These oils are used in various church ceremonies, like baptisms and anointing the sick.
Sometimes, new priests are ordained here. This means they officially become priests. Also, new bishops might be welcomed into their role at this co-cathedral.
See also
In Spanish: Concatedral de Santa Teresa del Niño Jesús para niños
- List of Catholic cathedrals in the United States
- List of cathedrals in the United States
- Thérèse de Lisieux
- List of places named after St. Thérèse of Lisieux
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The beautiful interior of the Co-Cathedral.
